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Live auction
ORIENTAL ART FROM IMPORTANT PRIVATE COLLECTIONS
Palazzo Caetani Lovatelli - Piazza Lovatelli, 1 Rome, wed 4 June 2025
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Viewing
- Wednesday, May 28 from 3:00 pm to 6:30 pm;- Thursday, May 29 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m;
- Friday, May 30 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m;
- Tuesday, June 3 from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
1
A white-glazed bracket lobed dish
China, Five dynasties (907-960)
The dish is elegantly potted and decorated overall in a smooth ivory-glaze and supported on a short ring foot. [..], Diameter: 17,5 cm
1
A white-glazed bracket lobed dish
China, Five dynasties (907-960)
The dish is elegantly potted and decorated overall in a smooth ivory-glaze and supported on a short ring foot. [..], Diameter: 17,5 cm
2
Rare white-glazed vase
China, Five dynasties (907-960)
The well-potted vase has an inverted per-shape with narrow splayed foot and a domed cover with finial, all covered [..], H.: 21,3 cm
2
Rare white-glazed vase
China, Five dynasties (907-960)
The well-potted vase has an inverted per-shape with narrow splayed foot and a domed cover with finial, all covered [..], H.: 21,3 cm
3
Dingyao plate with elegant decoration
China, Song dynasty (960-1279)
Dingyao plate with elegant decoration engraved in the central part of leaves and lotus flowers. Collection of [..], Diameter: 19,8 cm
3
Dingyao plate with elegant decoration
China, Song dynasty (960-1279)
Dingyao plate with elegant decoration engraved in the central part of leaves and lotus flowers. Collection of [..], Diameter: 19,8 cm
4
Meiping Cizhou vase with floral decoration
China, Song dynasty (960-1279)
The ovoid jar is carved through the dark brown slip to the white slip ground with a broad band of large poeny [..], H.: 26 cm
4
Meiping Cizhou vase with floral decoration
China, Song dynasty (960-1279)
The ovoid jar is carved through the dark brown slip to the white slip ground with a broad band of large poeny [..], H.: 26 cm
5
Meiping vase
China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368)
Meiping vase in black blanket ceramics with spotted decoration. Collection of Professor Ferdinando Capelletti., H.: 27 cm
5
Meiping vase
China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368)
Meiping vase in black blanket ceramics with spotted decoration. Collection of Professor Ferdinando Capelletti., H.: 27 cm
6
Engraved porcelain vase with lotus petal row decoration
China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368)
Collection of Professor Ferdinando Capelletti., H.: 19 cm
6
Engraved porcelain vase with lotus petal row decoration
China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368)
Collection of Professor Ferdinando Capelletti., H.: 19 cm
7
Small tripod vase in the shape of an incense-burning
China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368)
Small tripod vase in the shape of an incense-burning on its base; the covered stoneware ceramic is dark blue in [..], H.: 11 cm
7
Small tripod vase in the shape of an incense-burning
China, Yuan dynasty (1279-1368)
Small tripod vase in the shape of an incense-burning on its base; the covered stoneware ceramic is dark blue in [..], H.: 11 cm
9
Small “water dropper"
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912)
Small “water dropper” vase with a flattened shape, glazed and covered with celadon; six blue character "kangxi" [..], H.: 10 cm
9
Small “water dropper"
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912)
Small “water dropper” vase with a flattened shape, glazed and covered with celadon; six blue character "kangxi" [..], H.: 10 cm
10
Porcelain bowl painted with polychrome enamels
China, late Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century
Porcelain bowl painted with polychrome enamels and decorated within reserves with battle scenes. Bands with lotus [..], Porcelain, Diameter: 28 cm
10
Porcelain bowl painted with polychrome enamels
China, late Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century
Porcelain bowl painted with polychrome enamels and decorated within reserves with battle scenes. Bands with lotus [..], Porcelain, Diameter: 28 cm
11
Pair of Canton baluster vases
China, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 1860 ca.
Richly decorated with “famille rose” enamels with scenes of courtly life and battles within reserves., Porcelain, H.: 60 cm
11
Pair of Canton baluster vases
China, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 1860 ca.
Richly decorated with “famille rose” enamels with scenes of courtly life and battles within reserves., Porcelain, H.: 60 cm
12
Baluster vase decorated with famille rose enamels
China, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 1880 ca.
Vase decorated with scenes of courtesan life and flowers and birds, side handles in the shape of chilong dragon [..], Porcelain, H.: 42 cm
12
Baluster vase decorated with famille rose enamels
China, Qing Dynasty (1644-1912), 1880 ca.
Vase decorated with scenes of courtesan life and flowers and birds, side handles in the shape of chilong dragon [..], Porcelain, H.: 42 cm
13
Painted porcelain vase
China, late Qing dynasty (1644-1912)
Painted porcelain vase with a scene of dignitaries in garden. , Alt.: 28 cm
13
Painted porcelain vase
China, late Qing dynasty (1644-1912)
Painted porcelain vase with a scene of dignitaries in garden. , Alt.: 28 cm
14
Polylobed porcelain stand
China, dinastia Qing (1644-1912), 19th century
Polylobed porcelain stand painted with polychrome enamels with Taoist wise men indicating the cardinal points [..], Porcelain, 8 x 27 cm
14
Polylobed porcelain stand
China, dinastia Qing (1644-1912), 19th century
Polylobed porcelain stand painted with polychrome enamels with Taoist wise men indicating the cardinal points [..], Porcelain, 8 x 27 cm
15
Porcelain lantern
China, 20th century
Porcelain lantern with a hexagonal section, completely perforated and decorated on the faces framed by lotus flowers [..], H.: 32 cm
15
Porcelain lantern
China, 20th century
Porcelain lantern with a hexagonal section, completely perforated and decorated on the faces framed by lotus flowers [..], H.: 32 cm
16
A Cong vase in mustard-coloured glazed porcelain
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
with a relief decoration of incense burners and stylised Chinese characters on a square spiral background, lateral [..], H.: 31 cm
16
A Cong vase in mustard-coloured glazed porcelain
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
with a relief decoration of incense burners and stylised Chinese characters on a square spiral background, lateral [..], H.: 31 cm
17
Porcelain ginger jar painted with polychrome enamels and decorated over the entire surface with literary objects
China, late Qing period (1644-1912)
Porcelain ginger jar painted in polychrome enamel and decorated on the entire surface with objects of the man [..], H.: 31 cm
17
Porcelain ginger jar painted with polychrome enamels and decorated over the entire surface with literary [..]
China, late Qing period (1644-1912)
Porcelain ginger jar painted in polychrome enamel and decorated on the entire surface with objects of the man [..], H.: 31 cm
18
Porcelain ginger jar painted with polychrome enamels and decorated with an archaic vase filled with flowers
China, late Qing period (1644-1912)
Porcelain ginger jar painted in polychrome enamel and decorated with an archaic vase filled with flowers. Inscription [..], H.: 31 cm
18
Porcelain ginger jar painted with polychrome enamels and decorated with an archaic vase filled with [..]
China, late Qing period (1644-1912)
Porcelain ginger jar painted in polychrome enamel and decorated with an archaic vase filled with flowers. Inscription [..], H.: 31 cm
19
Porcelain ginger jar entirely painted with polychrome enamels with a "hundred children" motif
China, late Qing period (1644-1912)
Porcelain ginger jar entirely painted with polychrome enamels with a "hundred children" motif. Stylized plane [..], H.: 31 cm
19
Porcelain ginger jar entirely painted with polychrome enamels with a "hundred children" motif
China, late Qing period (1644-1912)
Porcelain ginger jar entirely painted with polychrome enamels with a "hundred children" motif. Stylized plane [..], H.: 31 cm
20
Pair of Japanese vases
Japan, Taisho era (1912-1946)
Pair of baluster vases decorated with dignitaries and moriage enamel paintings., H. 64 cm
20
Pair of Japanese vases
Japan, Taisho era (1912-1946)
Pair of baluster vases decorated with dignitaries and moriage enamel paintings., H. 64 cm
21
Large Satsuma trumpet vase
Japan, Taisho period (1912-1926)
Vase entirely decorated with a Kannon scene and surrounded by Lohan disciples highlighted in gold., H.: 103 cm
21
Large Satsuma trumpet vase
Japan, Taisho period (1912-1926)
Vase entirely decorated with a Kannon scene and surrounded by Lohan disciples highlighted in gold., H.: 103 cm
22
Small "koro" incense burner in Satsuma ceramic
Japan, Taisho period (1912-1926)
Decorated on one side with a scene of writers intent on writing in a garden; the opposite side with geishas in [..], H.: 22 cm
22
Small "koro" incense burner in Satsuma ceramic
Japan, Taisho period (1912-1926)
Decorated on one side with a scene of writers intent on writing in a garden; the opposite side with geishas in [..], H.: 22 cm
23
"Imari" bowl decorated in blue
Japan Meiji period (1868-1912)
"Imari" bowl decorated in blue undercover and polychrome enamels with chrysanthemum plants and flowers on the [..], 10 x 20 cm
23
"Imari" bowl decorated in blue
Japan Meiji period (1868-1912)
"Imari" bowl decorated in blue undercover and polychrome enamels with chrysanthemum plants and flowers on the [..], 10 x 20 cm
24
Porcelain saucer painted in blue
Japan, end of the Meiji period (1868-1912)
Porcelain saucer painted in blue undercover with flowering iris plant on the bottom. , 5 x 19 cm
24
Porcelain saucer painted in blue
Japan, end of the Meiji period (1868-1912)
Porcelain saucer painted in blue undercover with flowering iris plant on the bottom. , 5 x 19 cm
26
Hirado porcelain figure
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Hirado porcelain figure depicting a Lohan with a dragon; waves and details on the base painted in blue undergla [..], H.: 19 cm
26
Hirado porcelain figure
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Hirado porcelain figure depicting a Lohan with a dragon; waves and details on the base painted in blue undergla [..], H.: 19 cm
27
Porcelain tureen with lid and serving plate
China, Qing dynasty, period Yongzheng (1678-1735)
Porcelain tureen with lid and serving plate, entirely painted in blue undercover with naturalistic scenes and [..], 23 x 35 cm
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Porcelain tureen with lid and serving plate
China, Qing dynasty, period Yongzheng (1678-1735)
Porcelain tureen with lid and serving plate, entirely painted in blue undercover with naturalistic scenes and [..], 23 x 35 cm
28
Baluster vase decorated with Qianjiang enamels
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Vase decorated with a scene of courtesan life in a flower garden. Inscription in Chinese on the back., H.: 48 cm
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Baluster vase decorated with Qianjiang enamels
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Vase decorated with a scene of courtesan life in a flower garden. Inscription in Chinese on the back., H.: 48 cm
29
Polychrome porcelain vase
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Representing an open-air scene with figures in a cultural event and with two red and gilded dog-shaped handles. [..], H.: 43 cm
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Polychrome porcelain vase
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Representing an open-air scene with figures in a cultural event and with two red and gilded dog-shaped handles. [..], H.: 43 cm
30
Baluster vase painted in blue
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Baluster vase painted in blue undercover with symbols of marital happiness on a background of stylized lotus flowers [..], H.: 45 cm
30
Baluster vase painted in blue
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Baluster vase painted in blue undercover with symbols of marital happiness on a background of stylized lotus flowers [..], H.: 45 cm
31
Polychrome porcelain vase
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
On one side is represented an open-air scene with figures in a cultural event and with two red and gilded dog-shaped [..], H.: 33 cm
31
Polychrome porcelain vase
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
On one side is represented an open-air scene with figures in a cultural event and with two red and gilded dog-shaped [..], H.: 33 cm
32
Baluster vase of unusual shape and polylobed upper edge
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Baluster vase of unusual shape and polylobed upper edge, painted with polychrome enamels on multiple registers, [..], H.: 23 cm
32
Baluster vase of unusual shape and polylobed upper edge
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Baluster vase of unusual shape and polylobed upper edge, painted with polychrome enamels on multiple registers, [..], H.: 23 cm
33
Porcelain vase
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Decorated within an oval frame with bats; scenes of daily life of a woman with children and qilong-shaped handl [..], H.: 33 cm
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Porcelain vase
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Decorated within an oval frame with bats; scenes of daily life of a woman with children and qilong-shaped handl [..], H.: 33 cm
34
A refined tile
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
A beautiful, finely painted polychrome enamel tile with the figure of the immortal "He Xiangu" with his attributes. [..], 41 x 27 cm
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A refined tile
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
A beautiful, finely painted polychrome enamel tile with the figure of the immortal "He Xiangu" with his attributes. [..], 41 x 27 cm
35
Multi-lobed plate decorated with Qianjiangcai enamels
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Multi-lobed plate decorated with Qianjiangcai enamels with peony flowers, bird and inscription., 6 x 28 cm
35
Multi-lobed plate decorated with Qianjiangcai enamels
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Multi-lobed plate decorated with Qianjiangcai enamels with peony flowers, bird and inscription., 6 x 28 cm
36
Painted porcelain vase
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Painted porcelain vase depicting "The Dream of Zhuang Zhou", inscription on the back. Damages., H.: 20 cm
36
Painted porcelain vase
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Painted porcelain vase depicting "The Dream of Zhuang Zhou", inscription on the back. Damages., H.: 20 cm
37
Lot of two square-section vases
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Lot of two square-section vases; the first painted with scenes of courtly life, the second with representations [..], 8 x 5 cm
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Lot of two square-section vases
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Lot of two square-section vases; the first painted with scenes of courtly life, the second with representations [..], 8 x 5 cm
38
Pair of polylobed shaped "cricket cages"
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Pair of polylobed shaped "cricket cages" in gold-painted porcelain on a coral-colored background, perforated li [..], 4 x 16 cm
38
Pair of polylobed shaped "cricket cages"
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Pair of polylobed shaped "cricket cages" in gold-painted porcelain on a coral-colored background, perforated li [..], 4 x 16 cm
39
Dehua porcelain figure "Blanc de chine"
China, 20th century
Dehua porcelain figure "Blanc de chine" depicting a Guanyin sitting on a rock holding a Ruyi scepter., H.: 15 cm
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Dehua porcelain figure "Blanc de chine"
China, 20th century
Dehua porcelain figure "Blanc de chine" depicting a Guanyin sitting on a rock holding a Ruyi scepter., H.: 15 cm
41
Moon-shaped vase
China, 20th century
Moon-shaped vase with stylized chillong-shaped handles and “Guanyao” glazing. Apocryphal mark imprinted under [..], H.: 31 cm
41
Moon-shaped vase
China, 20th century
Moon-shaped vase with stylized chillong-shaped handles and “Guanyao” glazing. Apocryphal mark imprinted under [..], H.: 31 cm
42
Vase decorated in relief
China, 20th century
Vase decorated in relief with a flowering plum plant on a bright yellow background., H.: 14 cm
42
Vase decorated in relief
China, 20th century
Vase decorated in relief with a flowering plum plant on a bright yellow background., H.: 14 cm
43
Porcelain bowl
China, second half of the 20th century
Porcelain bowl elegantly decorated with naturalistic scenes painted with "famille rose" enamels. Apocryphal Qianlong [..], 8 x 19 cm
43
Porcelain bowl
China, second half of the 20th century
Porcelain bowl elegantly decorated with naturalistic scenes painted with "famille rose" enamels. Apocryphal Qianlong [..], 8 x 19 cm
44
Large "Imari" porcelain dish
Japan, Edo period, late 17th- early 18th century
Decorated with floral motifs in blue, red and gold enamels. Provenance: Italian private collection. , Diameter: 50 cm
44
Large "Imari" porcelain dish
Japan, Edo period, late 17th- early 18th century
Decorated with floral motifs in blue, red and gold enamels. Provenance: Italian private collection. , Diameter: 50 cm
45
Pair of large "blue and white porcelain dishes
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912)
Provenance: Italian private collection. Kangxi period (1661-1722). , Diameter: 38 cm (each)
45
Pair of large "blue and white porcelain dishes
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912)
Provenance: Italian private collection. Kangxi period (1661-1722). , Diameter: 38 cm (each)
46
Baluster vase painted with polychrome enamels
China, People's Republic of China (1960 ca.)
Baluster vase painted with polychrome enamels with scenes of court life within scrolls, on a background of leafy [..], H.: 25 cm
46
Baluster vase painted with polychrome enamels
China, People's Republic of China (1960 ca.)
Baluster vase painted with polychrome enamels with scenes of court life within scrolls, on a background of leafy [..], H.: 25 cm
47
Lot of three oriental plates
China and Japan, 20th century
Lot of three oriental plates, a Chinese plate with a decoration of courtesans in a flower garden, a Japanese plate [..], Diameter: 22 cm
47
Lot of three oriental plates
China and Japan, 20th century
Lot of three oriental plates, a Chinese plate with a decoration of courtesans in a flower garden, a Japanese plate [..], Diameter: 22 cm
48
Bronze bowl with cloisonné enamel
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
Partially gilded bronze bowl decorated in cloisonné enamel with plants and flowers on a cobalt blue background. [..], Diameter: 11,5 cm
48
Bronze bowl with cloisonné enamel
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
Partially gilded bronze bowl decorated in cloisonné enamel with plants and flowers on a cobalt blue background. [..], Diameter: 11,5 cm
49
Copper container with lid
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Copper container with lid, entirely decorated with cloisonné enamels with "shou" characters of longevity and lotus [..], 25 x 35 cm
49
Copper container with lid
China, Republic period (1912-1949)
Copper container with lid, entirely decorated with cloisonné enamels with "shou" characters of longevity and lotus [..], 25 x 35 cm
52
Large rectangular bronze brazier
Japan, Meiji era (1868-1912).
Large rectangular bronze brazier with “shippo” cloisonné enamels on the sides with stylized Taotie masks and Kirin-shaped [..], Bronze, H.: 47 cm
52
Large rectangular bronze brazier
Japan, Meiji era (1868-1912).
Large rectangular bronze brazier with “shippo” cloisonné enamels on the sides with stylized Taotie masks and Kirin-shaped [..], Bronze, H.: 47 cm
53
Copper vase decorated with cloisonné
China, 20th century
Copper vase decorated with cloisonné enamel with Indian lotus flowers on a dripping of leafy plant racemes., H.: 38 cm
53
Copper vase decorated with cloisonné
China, 20th century
Copper vase decorated with cloisonné enamel with Indian lotus flowers on a dripping of leafy plant racemes., H.: 38 cm
54
Group of two ceramic tiles
China, dinastia Ming (1368-1644)
Group of two ceramic tiles with sancai enamels, dragon fish and Qilin., Alt.cm 28, Lung.cm 19
54
Group of two ceramic tiles
China, dinastia Ming (1368-1644)
Group of two ceramic tiles with sancai enamels, dragon fish and Qilin., Alt.cm 28, Lung.cm 19
55
Group of two figures in sancai enamel ceramic
China, Ming period (1368-1644)
Gruppo di due figure in ceramica a smalti sancai., H. 28 cm
55
Group of two figures in sancai enamel ceramic
China, Ming period (1368-1644)
Gruppo di due figure in ceramica a smalti sancai., H. 28 cm
56
Ming ceramic
China, dinastia Ming (1368-1644)
Ming ceramic with Sancai enamels figure Guandi. , H. 50 cm
56
Ming ceramic
China, dinastia Ming (1368-1644)
Ming ceramic with Sancai enamels figure Guandi. , H. 50 cm
57
Sancai glazed ceramic figure
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
Sancai glazed ceramic figure depicting Yang Wang, the god of the underworld., Ceramic, H. 48 cm
57
Sancai glazed ceramic figure
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
Sancai glazed ceramic figure depicting Yang Wang, the god of the underworld., Ceramic, H. 48 cm
58
Zodiac figurine
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644).
Zodiac figurine in glazed ceramic with sancai enamels., Ceramic, H. 20 cm
58
Zodiac figurine
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644).
Zodiac figurine in glazed ceramic with sancai enamels., Ceramic, H. 20 cm
59
A Chinese rhinoceros horn libation cup well carved with vegetal motifs
China, late Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
The large sized cup with an elegantly proportioned tapering body raised on a splayed foot, the exterior well carved [..], 10,5 x 17,5 cm
59
A Chinese rhinoceros horn libation cup well carved with vegetal motifs
China, late Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
The large sized cup with an elegantly proportioned tapering body raised on a splayed foot, the exterior well carved [..], 10,5 x 17,5 cm
60
Chinese jade ritual blade
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912)
Shang Dynasty style (1600-1027 a.c) Chinese jade ritual blade., L.: 13 cm
60
Chinese jade ritual blade
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912)
Shang Dynasty style (1600-1027 a.c) Chinese jade ritual blade., L.: 13 cm
61
A large basin in nephrite Khotanese jade carved from a jade boulder
China, late Qing period, early 19th century
A large inscribed jade 'dragon' basin, late Qing dynasty. In good condition with only minor expected wear to the [..], 8,5 x 35 cm
61
A large basin in nephrite Khotanese jade carved from a jade boulder
China, late Qing period, early 19th century
A large inscribed jade 'dragon' basin, late Qing dynasty. In good condition with only minor expected wear to the [..], 8,5 x 35 cm
62
A white jade carving
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912), XIX century
A white jade carving representing "erxian" twins with a leopard., 6,5 x 9,5 cm
62
A white jade carving
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912), XIX century
A white jade carving representing "erxian" twins with a leopard., 6,5 x 9,5 cm
63
A carved jade brush washer with floral decoration
China, Republic (1911-1949)
Jade brush-washing tray with engraved floral decoration., 1,6 x 9,2 cm
63
A carved jade brush washer with floral decoration
China, Republic (1911-1949)
Jade brush-washing tray with engraved floral decoration., 1,6 x 9,2 cm
64
Rectangular inkstone carved from greyish stone
China, 20th century
Rectangular inkstone carved from greyish stone, finely carved at the top with a dragon amidst clouds and with [..], 21 x 13,5 cm
64
Rectangular inkstone carved from greyish stone
China, 20th century
Rectangular inkstone carved from greyish stone, finely carved at the top with a dragon amidst clouds and with [..], 21 x 13,5 cm
65
Rectangular jade plaque
China, first half of the 20th century
Rectangular jade plaque decorated in light relief with literati and a poem on the back, provided with a suspension [..], 6,4 x 4 cm
65
Rectangular jade plaque
China, first half of the 20th century
Rectangular jade plaque decorated in light relief with literati and a poem on the back, provided with a suspension [..], 6,4 x 4 cm
66
A Bi disc in dark, mottled green jade
China, 19th century or earlier
Bi disc in dark green jade, without transparency., Diameter: 15 cm
66
A Bi disc in dark, mottled green jade
China, 19th century or earlier
Bi disc in dark green jade, without transparency., Diameter: 15 cm
67
Beautiful Bi disc carved from semi-translucent jade
China, 2200-1600 BC.
A beautiful Bi disc carved from semi-translucent jade, with dark patches and lighter areas. China, Late Neolithic, [..], Diameter: 14 cm
67
Beautiful Bi disc carved from semi-translucent jade
China, 2200-1600 BC.
A beautiful Bi disc carved from semi-translucent jade, with dark patches and lighter areas. China, Late Neolithic, [..], Diameter: 14 cm
68
A beautiful Bi disc carved from semi-translucent jade
China, 2200-1600 BC.
A beautiful Bi disc carved from semi-translucent jade of a uniform, light yellow colour and dark patches. China, [..], Diameter: 14,8 cm
68
A beautiful Bi disc carved from semi-translucent jade
China, 2200-1600 BC.
A beautiful Bi disc carved from semi-translucent jade of a uniform, light yellow colour and dark patches. China, [..], Diameter: 14,8 cm
69
An oval jade plaque
China, 20th century
An oval jade plaque carved in low relief with the Taoist god Shoulao and a deer, and a poem on the back., 7 x 4,3 cm
69
An oval jade plaque
China, 20th century
An oval jade plaque carved in low relief with the Taoist god Shoulao and a deer, and a poem on the back., 7 x 4,3 cm
70
Ornamental jade plaque
China, first half 20th century
An ornamental jade plaque of slightly oval shape carved on both sides with an identical, elegant pattern of interconnected [..], 9,8 x 8,5 cm
70
Ornamental jade plaque
China, first half 20th century
An ornamental jade plaque of slightly oval shape carved on both sides with an identical, elegant pattern of interconnected [..], 9,8 x 8,5 cm
71
Ornamental jade plaque
China, Republic period (1911-1949)
Ornamental jade plaque of rounded shape carved in openwork with flowers.
71
Ornamental jade plaque
China, Republic period (1911-1949)
Ornamental jade plaque of rounded shape carved in openwork with flowers.
72
Pair of ornamental jades
China, 19th-20th century
A pair of ornamental jades carved in the style of Han dynasty scabbard slides., 8,1 x 2,1 cm; 8,5 x 2,5 cm
72
Pair of ornamental jades
China, 19th-20th century
A pair of ornamental jades carved in the style of Han dynasty scabbard slides., 8,1 x 2,1 cm; 8,5 x 2,5 cm
74
A carved rose quartz brush washer
China, first half of the 20th century
A carved rose quartz brush washer decorated with children at the corners., 4,5 x 8 x 8,5 cm
74
A carved rose quartz brush washer
China, first half of the 20th century
A carved rose quartz brush washer decorated with children at the corners., 4,5 x 8 x 8,5 cm
75
A carved rose quartz brush washer
China, first half of the 20th century
A carved rose quartz brush washer decorated with small lotus buds at the corners., H.: 9 cm (with the base)
75
A carved rose quartz brush washer
China, first half of the 20th century
A carved rose quartz brush washer decorated with small lotus buds at the corners., H.: 9 cm (with the base)
76
Silver plated dish
China, early 20th century
Silver plated dish with Yuan Shikai (1859-1916) coin with a flying dragon on the back., Diameter: 8 cm
76
Silver plated dish
China, early 20th century
Silver plated dish with Yuan Shikai (1859-1916) coin with a flying dragon on the back., Diameter: 8 cm
77
A fine pair of Indian silver vases
India, Raj period (1880-1890 ca.)
A fine pair of 19th century Indian silver flower vases with a wavy flared rim and tapering trumpet-shaped bodies [..], H.: 23 cm
77
A fine pair of Indian silver vases
India, Raj period (1880-1890 ca.)
A fine pair of 19th century Indian silver flower vases with a wavy flared rim and tapering trumpet-shaped bodies [..], H.: 23 cm
78
Japanese armor
Japon, Momoyama period (1568/73-1600)
Japanese armor from the Momoyama period consisting of an Eboshi Kawari Kabuto helmet with vajra-shaped maedate, [..], H.: 1,40 m ca.
78
Japanese armor
Japon, Momoyama period (1568/73-1600)
Japanese armor from the Momoyama period consisting of an Eboshi Kawari Kabuto helmet with vajra-shaped maedate, [..], H.: 1,40 m ca.
79
Japanese armor
Japan, Edo period (1603-1868)
Japanese armor from the Edo period with Siluji Kabuto at 16 ken, shishi-shaped maedate in gilded wood, menpo in [..], H.: 1,40 m ca.
79
Japanese armor
Japan, Edo period (1603-1868)
Japanese armor from the Edo period with Siluji Kabuto at 16 ken, shishi-shaped maedate in gilded wood, menpo in [..], H.: 1,40 m ca.
80
Jingasa helmet
Japan, Edo period (1603-1868)
Jingasa helmet in lacquered wood with shikami demon. , 25 x 34 cm
80
Jingasa helmet
Japan, Edo period (1603-1868)
Jingasa helmet in lacquered wood with shikami demon. , 25 x 34 cm
81
Bronze oil lamp
China, Han period (206 BC. - 220 AD.)
Bronze oil lamp in the shape of a crouching ram, decorated over the entire surface with geometric engravings.&n [..], 11 x 24 cm
81
Bronze oil lamp
China, Han period (206 BC. - 220 AD.)
Bronze oil lamp in the shape of a crouching ram, decorated over the entire surface with geometric engravings.&n [..], 11 x 24 cm
82
Rare bronze figural support of foreigner
China, Yuan-Ming dynasty, 13-16th century.
Cast as a foreigner kneeling atop an exagonal base, his left hand resting on his hip. The hat like section a top [..], H.: 20 cm
82
Rare bronze figural support of foreigner
China, Yuan-Ming dynasty, 13-16th century.
Cast as a foreigner kneeling atop an exagonal base, his left hand resting on his hip. The hat like section a top [..], H.: 20 cm
83
Gilded bronze ageminate silver figure of Nilambara-Vajrapani
Tibet or Nepal, 17th century
Collection of Professor Ferdinando Cappelletti., H.: 15 cm
83
Gilded bronze ageminate silver figure of Nilambara-Vajrapani
Tibet or Nepal, 17th century
Collection of Professor Ferdinando Cappelletti., H.: 15 cm
84
Bronze figure of Vaishravana
China, Tibet, Qing dynasty, 19th century
Collection of Professor Ferdinando Capelletti., H.: 29 cm
84
Bronze figure of Vaishravana
China, Tibet, Qing dynasty, 19th century
Collection of Professor Ferdinando Capelletti., H.: 29 cm
85
A Miyao style bronze figure depicting the demon “Oni”
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
A Miyao style bronze figure depicting the demon “Oni” resting on one knee while holding an incense burner with [..], H.: 49 cm
85
A Miyao style bronze figure depicting the demon “Oni”
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
A Miyao style bronze figure depicting the demon “Oni” resting on one knee while holding an incense burner with [..], H.: 49 cm
86
Tapered lost wax bronze vase in the shape of Mount Fuji
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Tapered lost wax bronze vase in the shape of Mount Fuji surrounded by a dragon in the clouds; inscription within [..], H.: 44 cm
86
Tapered lost wax bronze vase in the shape of Mount Fuji
Japan, Meiji period (1868-1912)
Tapered lost wax bronze vase in the shape of Mount Fuji surrounded by a dragon in the clouds; inscription within [..], H.: 44 cm
87
Bronze figure of Boddhisattva on a multi-layered lotus petal-shaped base
China, Ming dynasty, early 17th century.
Collection of Professor Ferdinando Capelletti., H.: 53 cm
87
Bronze figure of Boddhisattva on a multi-layered lotus petal-shaped base
China, Ming dynasty, early 17th century.
Collection of Professor Ferdinando Capelletti., H.: 53 cm
88
A gilt bronze figure of Buddha
Mongolia, Zanabazar school, late 18th century.
A gilt bronze figure of Buddha seated in Dhyanasana on a double lotus base throne, the right hand in bhumisparshamudra [..], H.: 28 cm
88
A gilt bronze figure of Buddha
Mongolia, Zanabazar school, late 18th century.
A gilt bronze figure of Buddha seated in Dhyanasana on a double lotus base throne, the right hand in bhumisparshamudra [..], H.: 28 cm
89
Bronze sculpture representing Yamantaka
China, Tibet, early 20th century
Thirty-two-armed Yamantaka bronze sculpture., H.: 19 cm
89
Bronze sculpture representing Yamantaka
China, Tibet, early 20th century
Thirty-two-armed Yamantaka bronze sculpture., H.: 19 cm
90
Iron shield
India, Moghul period, 18th century
Iron shield inlaid with koftghari plant racemes and animal-shaped applications., Diameter: 35 cm
90
Iron shield
India, Moghul period, 18th century
Iron shield inlaid with koftghari plant racemes and animal-shaped applications., Diameter: 35 cm
93
Repoussé embossed copper plaque
China, Tibet, Qing dynasty, 19th century
Repoussé embossed copper plaque depicting Yama su of a bull. , W.: 34 cm
93
Repoussé embossed copper plaque
China, Tibet, Qing dynasty, 19th century
Repoussé embossed copper plaque depicting Yama su of a bull. , W.: 34 cm
94
Tibetan Kangli
China, Tibet, early 20th century
Tibetan Kangli with embossed metal terminals with repoussé decoration and part of the central bone handle engraved [..], L.: 22cm
94
Tibetan Kangli
China, Tibet, early 20th century
Tibetan Kangli with embossed metal terminals with repoussé decoration and part of the central bone handle engraved [..], L.: 22cm
95
Tibetan wheel
China, Tibet, early 20th century
Tibetan wheel in embossed silver and bronze Phurbu. , L.: 23 cm
95
Tibetan wheel
China, Tibet, early 20th century
Tibetan wheel in embossed silver and bronze Phurbu. , L.: 23 cm
96
Tibetan Phurbu
China,Tibet, Qing dynasty, late 19th century
Tibetan Phurbu in carved wood. , L.: 34 cm
96
Tibetan Phurbu
China,Tibet, Qing dynasty, late 19th century
Tibetan Phurbu in carved wood. , L.: 34 cm
97
Tibetan necklace and bracelet
China, Tibet, circa 1940
Tibetan necklace and bracelet in white metal with turquoise beads. , L.: 35 cm (necklage); L.: 15 cm (bracelet)
97
Tibetan necklace and bracelet
China, Tibet, circa 1940
Tibetan necklace and bracelet in white metal with turquoise beads. , L.: 35 cm (necklage); L.: 15 cm (bracelet)
99
Hadendoa Knife
Sudan, early 20th century
Knife with X-shaped handle in ebony and in a buffalo leather sheath of the Hadendoa ethnic group of Sudan, attributable [..], H.: 39 cm
99
Hadendoa Knife
Sudan, early 20th century
Knife with X-shaped handle in ebony and in a buffalo leather sheath of the Hadendoa ethnic group of Sudan, attributable [..], H.: 39 cm
103
Big copper lock with brass and white metal (phak phong )
Cina, Mark wan li, Ming Dynasty (1563-1620)
Padlock: 7 X 21 cm; key: 3 X 18 cm
103
Big copper lock with brass and white metal (phak phong )
Cina, Mark wan li, Ming Dynasty (1563-1620)
Padlock: 7 X 21 cm; key: 3 X 18 cm
104
Set of three opium pipes
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century
Set of three opium pipes, a wooden container in the shape of a shoe and a scale inside its wooden case., L.: 50 cm ca.
104
Set of three opium pipes
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century
Set of three opium pipes, a wooden container in the shape of a shoe and a scale inside its wooden case., L.: 50 cm ca.
105
Himalayan silvered Buddhist travelling icon
Tibet, 20th century.
Buddhist icon within case., 8 X 9,5 cm
105
Himalayan silvered Buddhist travelling icon
Tibet, 20th century.
Buddhist icon within case., 8 X 9,5 cm
106
Figure of divinity from the Taoist Pantheon
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century
Figure of divinity from the Taoist Pantheon, carved in wood, stuccoed and decorated in gold leaf and depicted [..], H.: 58 cm
106
Figure of divinity from the Taoist Pantheon
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century
Figure of divinity from the Taoist Pantheon, carved in wood, stuccoed and decorated in gold leaf and depicted [..], H.: 58 cm
107
A fine bitong brush pot in dark wood resting on three small feet, wood plug on the bottom.
China, early 20th century
Elegant brush holder (bitong) in dark wood, with three support feet and wooden plug for the hole in the centre [..], H.: 13,2; diameter: 12,2 cm
107
A fine bitong brush pot in dark wood resting on three small feet, wood plug on the bottom.
China, early 20th century
Elegant brush holder (bitong) in dark wood, with three support feet and wooden plug for the hole in the centre [..], H.: 13,2; diameter: 12,2 cm
108
A large wooden decorative plaque
China, first half of the 20th century
A large, wooden decorative plaque carved in low relief with auspicious Taoist deities., 36 x 24 cm
108
A large wooden decorative plaque
China, first half of the 20th century
A large, wooden decorative plaque carved in low relief with auspicious Taoist deities., 36 x 24 cm
109
Chinese decorative panels
China, early 20th century
Pair of Chinese wooden and painted decorative panels for furniture with Jianding (certified) export approval seal [..], 14,5 x 26 cm
109
Chinese decorative panels
China, early 20th century
Pair of Chinese wooden and painted decorative panels for furniture with Jianding (certified) export approval seal [..], 14,5 x 26 cm
111
Lot of five hair pins
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912), XIX century
Lot of five partially gilded copper hair pins with jade inserts and decorated with kingfisher feathers., H.: 15 cm
111
Lot of five hair pins
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912), XIX century
Lot of five partially gilded copper hair pins with jade inserts and decorated with kingfisher feathers., H.: 15 cm
113
Bench with the red star, a major symbol of the Maoist iconography of the period
China, Inner Mongolia, 1966-1976
Bench with the red star, a major symbol of the Maoist iconography of the period. China, Inner [..], L.: 1,40 m
113
Bench with the red star, a major symbol of the Maoist iconography of the period
China, Inner Mongolia, 1966-1976
Bench with the red star, a major symbol of the Maoist iconography of the period. China, Inner [..], L.: 1,40 m
114
Rare pair of Chinese design furniture
China, Inner Mongolia, Cultural Revolution
Rare pair of Chinese design furniture with classic decorations from imperial China with numerous symbols of Maoist [..], 100 x 94 x 50 cm
114
Rare pair of Chinese design furniture
China, Inner Mongolia, Cultural Revolution
Rare pair of Chinese design furniture with classic decorations from imperial China with numerous symbols of Maoist [..], 100 x 94 x 50 cm
115
Large and Rare tapestry
China, 1967
These tapestries were made in China during the period of the so-called "Cultural Revolution", 1966-1976, remembered [..], 210 x 270 cm
115
Large and Rare tapestry
China, 1967
These tapestries were made in China during the period of the so-called "Cultural Revolution", 1966-1976, remembered [..], 210 x 270 cm
116
Chinese dignitary
China, Ming dinasty (1368-1644)
He's probably Xu Guangqi (1562-1633), the most influential and famous among the converts to Christianity in the [..], 133 x 92 cm
116
Chinese dignitary
China, Ming dinasty (1368-1644)
He's probably Xu Guangqi (1562-1633), the most influential and famous among the converts to Christianity in the [..], 133 x 92 cm
117
Pair of carved Shibayama panels
Japan, Meiji period (1880-1890)
In wood, with mother-of-pearl inserts. On one panel is depicted "Kannon", the goddess of compassion. On the other [..], 22 x 152 cm
117
Pair of carved Shibayama panels
Japan, Meiji period (1880-1890)
In wood, with mother-of-pearl inserts. On one panel is depicted "Kannon", the goddess of compassion. On the other [..], 22 x 152 cm
118
Enthroned consort
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
This is probably the consort of Xu Guangqi. Xu Guangqi (1562-1633) the “Doctor Paul” for Christians –He is the [..], 133 x 92 cm
118
Enthroned consort
China, Ming dynasty (1368-1644)
This is probably the consort of Xu Guangqi. Xu Guangqi (1562-1633) the “Doctor Paul” for Christians –He is the [..], 133 x 92 cm
119
Pair of silk panels
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century
Pair of silk panels with family scenes framed by natural landscapes with a river of water, trees and flowers. [..], 44 x 167 cm
119
Pair of silk panels
China, Qing dynasty (1644-1912), 19th century
Pair of silk panels with family scenes framed by natural landscapes with a river of water, trees and flowers. [..], 44 x 167 cm
